Ben Folds has had to postpone his UK tour, due to start tomorrow in
Leicester, due to illness. A respiratory infection means that Folds is unable
to travel, perform or sing for at least a month.

The dates have been rescheduled for June 2005. Original tickets will be valid
for the rescheduled shows and refunds will be available at the point of sale.

Speaking about the cancellation, Ben Folds said: "I am very sorry and
disappointed to have had to reschedule my UK tour. Rarely in my career have
I had to do this. I take missing a show very seriously, but in this case I had
no choice, I've got a nice respiratory infection. I'm sorry I'm not there right
now and I hope this whole thing doesn't screw up anyone's schedule too badly."